Sesame chicken vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between sesame chicken and tamale
- Sesame chicken has more selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin A, and vitamin E; however, tamale is richer in vitamin B12, fiber, and zinc.
- Sesame chicken covers your daily selenium needs 19% more than tamale.
- Tamale contains less cholesterol.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Restaurant, Chinese, sesame chicken and Tamales (Navajo).
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +55.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +31.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +178.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +141.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +11.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +23.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +62.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -11.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +109.6% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +181.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +149.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +86.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +70% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +116% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +87.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.33 g
Fats:
14.25 g
Carbs:
26.88 g
Water:
42.8 g
Other:
1.74 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +128.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +132.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +48.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +26.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +59.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.41 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.546 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.885 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.396 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.688 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +29.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +900.7% |
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Saturated fat
~2.396g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
10.7 g
Sucrose:
11.79 g
Glucose:
2.18 g
Fructose:
2.01 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
12.27 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.21 g
Fructose:
0.17 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.22 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +2847.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +938.1% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1082.4% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +14.7% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.885g | 0.688g | 41% |
| Vitamin K | 27.1µg | 23% | |
| Selenium | 16.7µg | 6µg | 19% |
| Protein | 14.33g | 6.28g | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.96mg | 1.59mg | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 59mg | 17mg | 14% |
| Fats | 14.25g | 6.12g | 13% |
| Choline | 73.3mg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.25µg | 0.54µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.225mg | 0.08mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.267mg | 0.143mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.7g | 3.1g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 83µg | 0µg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.31mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Calories | 293kcal | 153kcal | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.91mg | 1.48mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 130mg | 99mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 4% | |
| Manganese | 0.083mg | 0.174mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 26.88g | 18.12g | 3% |
| Potassium | 204mg | 131mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 2.01g | 0.17g | 2% |
| Folate | 8µg | 15µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 29mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.546g | 2.739g | 2% |
| Sodium | 482mg | 427mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.09mg | 1.22mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.04mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 1% | |
| Copper | 0.051mg | 0.063mg | 1% |
| Starch | 10.7g | 12.27g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1.7mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 26.18g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 22mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 15.98g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.045g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 2.41g | 2.396g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.774g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.039g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.925g | N/A |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
31%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 42mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tamale contains less Sodium (difference - 55mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.014g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sesame chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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